In a remarkable show of strength, BlackRock announced impressive second-quarter profits that outpaced Wall Street’s forecasts. Driven by a buoyant stock market, client assets surged to an unprecedented $15.34 trillion. The firm’s iShares ETF franchise was a significant contributor, pulling in $192 billion in client cash. Additionally, private markets experienced a substantial influx of $15.4 billion, with private credit playing a crucial role.